Vocabulary & Figurative Language
Lia was eager to start her science project and rushed to get her supplies.
Which word is a synonym for "eager"?
A. Bored
B. Nervous
C. Excited
D. Sleepy
C. Excited
The central idea is ___________________.
"The central idea is what the text is mostly about"
OR
Main Idea
What is the author’s purpose if they wrote a recipe book?
A. To persuade
B. To inform
C. To entertain
D. To describe
B. To Inform
Fill in the blank:
The events in a story from beginning to end make up the ____________.
PLOT
Passage 1: Penguins
Penguins are birds, but they cannot fly. Instead, they use their wings like flippers to swim in the water. Penguins live in cold places like Antarctica. They have thick feathers to stay warm and dry. Penguins eat fish and other small sea animals. They are great swimmers and can dive deep into the ocean.
Passage 2: Seals
Seals are mammals that live near oceans. They have flippers that help them swim quickly in the water. Seals eat fish, squid, and other sea animals. Like penguins, seals live in cold places. They also rest and have their babies on land. Seals can hold their breath underwater for a long time.
What is one way penguins and seals are different, even though they both live in cold places?
A) Penguins lay eggs, but seals give birth to live babies.
B) Penguins and seals both have feathers to stay warm.
C) Seals use wings to fly, but penguins do not.
D) Penguins and seals both live only on land.
A) Penguins lay eggs, but seals give birth to live babies.
After dinner, I had to hit the books before my big test.
What does the non-literal phrase "hit the books" mean?
A. To close your books
B. To throw your books
C. To study hard
D. To go to sleep
C. To study hard
Which of the following is MOST LIKELY a theme/lesson/moral of a story where a boy works hard to fix a broken bike for his friend?
A. Dogs are the best pets
B. Hard work pays off
C. Bikes are fun
D. Never go outside
B. Hard work pays off
Which clue word would you MOST LIKELY see in a text written in a chronological/sequence text structure?
A. However
B. Next
C. Most importantly
D. On the other hand
B. Next
Which of these words BEST describes a character trait of someone who always helps others and shares their things?
A. Selfish
B. Rude
C. Caring
D. Mean
C. Caring
The bear's fur was covered in thick blorps of mud after it rolled around in the swamp.
What does the word blorps most likely mean?
A) small drops
B) pieces of something sticky
C) large lumps or clumps
D) soft feathers
C) large lumps or clumps
Unlike his generous sister, Max hated sharing his toys.
What is the antonym of "generous" based on the sentence?
A. Kind
B. Selfish
C. Funny
D. Polite
B. Selfish
Which of the following can help you figure out the theme of a story?
(Choose TWO)
A. What the characters learn
B. The title of the book
C. The price of the book
D. The setting of the story
A. What the characters learn
B. The title of the book
Both whales and dolphins live in water, but dolphins are smaller and more playful.
What is the author’s purpose?
A. Tell what happened next
B. Describe how things are different and alike
C. Tell why something happened
D. List the steps of a process
B. Describe how things are different and alike
Which of the following would you MOST LIKELY find in a poem but NOT in a drama/play?
A. Dialogue
B. Stanzas
C. Stage directions
D. Characters
B. Stanzas
Which text feature would help you find the definition of an unfamiliar word?
A. Index
B. Table of contents
C. Glossary
D. Heading
C. Glossary
Which sentence uses a simile?
A. The classroom was a zoo.
B. Her smile lit up the room.
C. The fire crackled like popcorn in a microwave.
D. He ran so fast he could fly.
C. The fire crackled like popcorn in a microwave.
Read the short paragraph:
Tina kept falling off her skateboard. Even though her knees were scraped and sore, she practiced every day. Soon, she could ride smoothly and do tricks.
What is the theme/lesson/moral of this paragraph?
A. Skateboarding is easy
B. Practice helps you improve
C. Tina went to the doctor
D. Tina bought a new skateboard
B. Practice helps you improve
Which of the following are types of text structure? (Choose TWO)
A. Description
B. Hyperbole
C. Cause and Effect
D. Simile
A. Description
C. Cause & Effect
As the dark clouds rolled in and the wind began to howl, Max’s smile faded.
What is the MOOD of this part of the story?
A. Cheerful
B. Nervous
C. Silly
D. Confused
B. Nervous
Which of the following are text features you might find in an informational text?
(Choose TWO)
A. Captions
B. Rhyme
C. Subheadings
D. Dialogue
A. Captions
C. Subheadings
We took a brisk walk before the rain came.
Use the dictionary entry below to help you find the meaning of "brisk."
brisk (adj.)
Quick and lively
Sharp or cool in feeling
What is the BEST meaning in this sentence?
A. Slow and calm
B. Quick and energetic
C. Cold and boring
D. Long and peaceful
Answer: B. Quick and energetic
B. Quick and energetic
Helping Hands in the Forest:
Many animals live in the rainforest, and each one plays an important role. Monkeys swing from tree to tree, looking for fruit. Colorful birds fly through the air, spreading seeds as they eat. Tiny insects help break down plants and return nutrients to the soil. Even snakes and frogs help keep the balance by eating bugs and small animals. The rainforest is full of life, and every creature helps keep it healthy.
What is the central idea of this paragraph?
A) Monkeys like to eat fruit.
B) Rainforests have many trees.
C) Animals in the rainforest help keep it healthy.
D) Frogs and snakes eat bugs.
C) Animals in the rainforest help keep it healthy.
The heavy snowstorm lasted all night. Because the snow piled up on the roads, school was canceled the next day. As a result, many students spent the day playing in the snow and building snowmen. The snowstorm caused the school closure, and the effect was a fun snow day.
What kind of text structure is this?
A. Problem and solution
B. Chronological order/Sequence
C. Cause and Effect
D. Compare and contrast
C. Cause and Effect
In a drama, what tells the actors how to move or speak?
A. Theme
B. Stage directions
C. Plot
D. Setting
B. Stage Directions
Passage:
The scientist was meticulous in her work. She carefully measured each ingredient, checked every calculation, and recorded the smallest details. Her experiment had to be perfect, and she made sure nothing was overlooked. Unlike others who might rush through their tasks, she took her time to ensure every step was precise.
What does the word meticulous most likely mean?
A) messy and unorganized
B) very careful and detailed
C) quick and careless
D) uninterested and distracted
B) very careful and detailed